Alfred Street Baptist Church Deploys Omnilert AI Gun Detection to Bolster Security

Historic church adds AI-driven visual gun detection to strengthen safety protocols amid rising security concerns for houses of worship

LEESBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, January 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Omnilert, a leader in gun detection technology, today announced that Virginia-based Alfred Street Baptist Church, one of the oldest and most prominent African American congregations in the United States, has deployed its Omnilert Gun Detect system to monitor its security cameras for firearms.

Omnilert Gun Detect is the leading AI-powered visual gun detection system, offering 24/7 monitoring and near-instant responses at the first sight of a gun. The system’s advanced automation capabilities can lock doors, alert police, and trigger alarms, enabling a coordinated and effective response during an incident of gun violence.

Hostility and violence against houses of worship in America is at an all-time high, according to a recent Family Research Council report. More than 430 incidents were documented in 2023—more than double the number in 2022, representing an 800% increase in incidents since 2018 and an average of 39 attacks every month.

“Omnilert’s visual gun detection is a perfect solution for us,” said Vince Jones, Security Lead at Alfred Street Baptist Church. “It’s non-intrusive, so it has no negative impact on worshipers, yet it provides the advanced security capabilities we need to protect our church family.”

The addition of Omnilert Gun Detect to monitor its existing security cameras enables Alfred Street Baptist Church to transform its security systems into an early warning system capable of identifying visible firearms and providing human-verified alerts in real-time. This allows the church to proactively respond to potential threats, buying valuable time to ensure the safety of its 12,000 person congregation.

How Omnilert Gun Detect Works
Omnilert Gun Detect utilizes existing security cameras to detect visible firearms, providing immediate, human-verified alerts to decision-makers and first responders. The system can also automatically activate passive safety systems, such as locking doors, notifying authorities, and sounding alarms, ensuring a coordinated response. This combination of technology and automation empowers organizations to address potential threats swiftly and effectively, enhancing safety across buildings and campuses.

Dave Fraser, CEO of Omnilert, added, “Alfred Street Baptist Church’s decision to deploy Omnilert Gun Detect reflects their proactive commitment to safeguarding their congregation while preserving their welcoming environment. We’re proud to support their mission by providing advanced AI technology that seamlessly integrates into their security infrastructure to speed response.”

About Omnilert
Omnilert enables organizations to save lives and reduce the operational, legal, and social costs of gun violence through its award-winning visual AI gun detection technology. The Omnilert Gun Detect system transforms existing security cameras and safety systems into a proactive prevention solution that identifies threats in seconds and initiates an immediate response based on human-verified intelligence.

Founded in 2004, Omnilert is trusted by thousands of customers across education, government, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and other industries. Recognized for its innovation and effectiveness, Omnilert Gun Detect currently powers the nation’s largest deployments of visual gun detection and integrates seamlessly with the security industry’s leading technologies. For more information, visit https://omnilert.com.

Ara Bagdasarian
Omnilert
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